Comparative study on intangible cultural heritage in East Asia
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https://doi.org/10.63313/SSH.9029Keywords:
East Asia, Intangible cultural heritage, Comparative studies, Preservation and inheritance, Cultural exchangeAbstract
This study examines the formation background, classification systems, conservation practices, and contemporary challenges of intangible cultural heritage (ICH) in East Asia, revealing its cultural diversity and inherent commonalities. It provides new perspectives and strategic recommendations for the preservation, inheritance, and cultural exchange of ICH. The research methodology involves analyzing geographical, historical, and socio-cultural contexts of ICH backgrounds, comparing ICH classification systems and conservation mechanisms across East Asian countries, conducting in-depth comparisons of representative ICH projects, exploring shared challenges and national-level response strategies, and mapping the interactions between ICH in historical and modern societies. The findings indicate that East Asia's ICH formation is profoundly influenced by geographical environments, historical-cultural origins, and socio-cultural concepts, with shared patterns yet distinct variations in classification systems. Representative projects demonstrate unique characteristics in performing arts, traditional crafts, and folk customs. Meanwhile, ICH faces challenges such as globalization impacts, talent shortages, and funding/technological gaps, prompting diverse national responses. This study offers innovative perspectives and practical approaches for the preservation, inheritance, and cultural exchange of ICH in East Asia.
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